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SonicScan Conceptual Overview 1
How to Use this Manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-3
Emphasis Paragraphs. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-3
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Operational Overview 1
Rear Panel User Interface. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-4
Operating the Model 7000 UltraSonic Probe. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-5
Operational Level. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-5
Data Collection Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-6
Frequency Scanning Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-6
Setup Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-8
SonicScan Alarm Functions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-16
Using a 2100-Series CSI Analyzer to Capture SonicScan Analog Signal 2-17
Downloading Firmware to the SonicScan Ultrasonic Probe . . . . . . . . . . 2-18
Sensors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-20
Bottom Panel Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-21
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Communications Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-3
Installing the CSI H/PC Software 4
SonicView Main Menu 6
H/PC Status Line . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-7
Route List . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-8
Function Bar. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-10
Globals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-11
Load Frmwrk . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-13
Load Route . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-14
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Dump Route. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-15

Purge Route . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-16
Reports . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-17
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Initial Screen. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-1
Main Screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-2
Main Menu Items . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-3
Data Input . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-11
Off-Route. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-14
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Air/Steam/Gas Leak . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Electrical Arcing and Corona Detection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Mechanical Noise. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Steam traps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Valves . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Pressure Vessels, Tanks, Heat Exchangers. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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The normal frequency range for human hearing is roughly 20 to 20,000 hertz.
Sounds above that range are beyond human hearing and are referred to as ultrasonic. Most industrial processes, including almost all sources of friction, have some
ultrasonic component in their sound signature. Leaks, in both pressurized and
vacuum systems, will produce a substantial amount of ultrasonic noise.
Through a process known as heterodyning ultrasonic frequencies are converted
into audible sounds that users can become familiar with and recognize. Therefore,
with the SonicScan Model 7000 Ultrasonic Probe in conjunction with the
AMSTM Suite: Machinery HealthTM Manager, maintenance personnel can hear
problems that would otherwise go unnoticed until much later.
Because of the high-frequency nature of ultrasound, the ultrasonic signal falls off
rapidly when the sensor is pointed away from the source. Therefore, fault location
becomes a simple process of aiming the gun until the clearest signal is received.
Leaks, for example, have a rushing sound; electrical arcing and corona leakage
have a crackling or buzzing sound. Additionally, an ultrasonic tone generator
(included with the SonicScan) can be placed on the inside of a closed system or
vessel to allow you to easily scan the outside for leaks.
In addition to the audible response, the SonicScan Ultrasonic Probe offers a
second, discrete signal processing path. This path is processed digitally and provides a true peak value readout for the signal regardless of the users selections for
frequency range or volume control in the headphones. Results from this second
processing path are shown on an LCD display on the rear panel. Because the
Model 7000s display can be set to hold the peak value, the extent of signal spiking
from bearing defects or other impacting can be readily trended. And, if you are currently using any 2100-series CSI analyzer, data from the SonicScan can be downloaded to it for advanced analysis.

Finally, in addition to the airborne sensor, SonicScan has a parabolic dish sensor
and three different contact probes available depending upon the package selected.
The SonicScan 7000 package contains a single-frequency (40 kHz) contact probe,
which has an integrated temperature sensor capable of measuring up to 800F
(260C). The 7100 package contains two contact sensors: a multi-frequency stinger
sensor with integrated temperature measurement (Range Isolator, or RI sensor)
and a multi-frequency magnet mount sensor (Range Isolator Mag-mount, or RIM
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This manual is arranged in the following manner:
Chapter 1 provides a conceptual overview and information on using the manual.
Chapter 2 covers the basic function and operation of the SonicScan UltraSonic
Probe.
Chapter 3 discusses AMSTM Suite: Machinery HealthTM Managers SonicView software.
Chapter 4 covers the basic function and operation of the H/PC (Handheld PC) in
conjunction with the SonicScan UltraSonic probe and SonicView.
Chapter 5 provides examples on using the SonicScan in a typical industrial setting.
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SonicScan has been designed to be operated with as much or as little operator

interface as desired. The functions have been organized into three operational
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Standard, and
Advanced.
Each level is fully functional, the only difference is the amount of control each set
gives the operator.
Turn the SonicScan on by pulling the trigger and releasing it. Press and hold both
the Up and Down arrow keys on the rear panel simultaneously. When the LCD
panel displays the current firmware and hardware version, release both buttons.
The operational level that is currently chosen is displayed. Pressing either arrow key
scrolls you through the three operational levels. When the level you want to choose
is displayed, press the trigger to select that level.
To see the functions available with each operational mode, see Operational Level
on page 2-5.
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Once an operational level is selected, the gun operates in the following modes:
Data Collection mode, Frequency Scanning mode, and Setup mode.
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Pulling the trigger turns the gun on. The LCD panel visually confirms the unit is
collecting data by displaying a bar graph. When the gun is not collecting data, the
top and bottom lines of the bar graph are not visible. Also, when the gun is on, the
up and down arrow keys below the rear LCD panel control the volume in the headphones. Releasing the trigger freezes the decibel display and cuts off the sound to
the headphones. A digital readout of the decibel level is displayed on the LCD
panel.
Double-clicking the trigger will begin continuous data collection. Data collection
will stop when the trigger is pulled again (or in ten minutes if the trigger isnt activated again).
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Operational level. For more information, see Operational Level on
page 2-5.
When the unit is collecting data, pressing the mode button (the square button
between the up and down arrows on the rear panel) for more than a second places
it in the frequency scanning mode. The K in the LCD display will blink to indicate
you are in the frequency scanning mode. The up and down arrow keys will now
scroll through the frequencies that are available to scan. Holding the mode button
for a second again will return the unit to normal data collection mode and stop the
K from flashing. The volume cannot be adjusted while in the frequency scanning
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With the trigger in the released position (not collecting data), press the mode key.
This puts you into the setup mode and pressing the mode key now allows you to
scroll through areas in which you can control the settings:
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Display mode,
Loudness,
Light (LCD panel backlighting),
Decibel alarm setting,
Temperature units (contact probe only),
Temperature alarm (contact probe only),
Audible alarm option,
Frequency range limitation,
Auto-range option, and
dc offset and sensor sensitivity display.
The up and down arrows allow you to select from choices in each area. At any point,
pulling the trigger will select the current settings and return you to the normal data
collection mode.
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Input signal bar graph - A bar graph display that indicates the level of the ultrasonic
input signal.
Input signal level - This number displays the ultrasonic input signal level in decibels.
Monitoring frequency - Displays the current monitoring frequency.
Battery status - A graphic display to show relative charge level remaining in the
internal ni-cad battery pack.
Temperature - Displays the temperature when using the contact sensor.
Up/Down arrows - are used to increase or decrease the signal input sensitivity
(volume), to scroll the units frequency range, and to select menu options. The
function of these keys depends on the current operating mode.
Mode key - is used to select the operating mode of the Model 7000.

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The data collection mode (or monitor mode) is the normal operating mode of the
Model 7000.
Plug in and put on the headphones (if desired) and aim the unit at the sound
source. Press the trigger to begin monitoring. The up/down arrow keys can be
used to increase or decrease the headphone volume.
The current input signal level is displayed on the rear panel in decibels. Release the
trigger to suspend the data collection modethe display will hold the most recent
input signal level.
The Model 7000 can be placed in a continuous monitoring mode by doubleclicking the trigger. The unit will continuously monitor the input signals until the
trigger has been pressed again or after a ten-minute time span.
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The Frequency Scanning mode is only available in the Advanced Operational level.
To place the Model 7000 in the frequency scan mode, press the trigger to begin collecting data and then press the mode button until the K in the upper right corner
of the LCD panel begins to blink. The number beside the K is the frequency currently being monitored by the SonicScan gun.
Use the down arrow key to decrease the frequency and use the up arrow to increase
the frequency. To return to normal data collection mode, press the mode button
again for approximately two seconds.
The SonicScan has two frequency range settings: optimum and full. In the
optimum range you may select from 35 kHz to 45 kHz in 1 kHz increments. If the
full frequency range is selected, you will be able to select from 20 kHz to 255 kHz in
5 kHz increments. Since the optimum setting provides access to the SonicScans
most usable performance range, it defaults to that setting when it is turned on. See
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To enter the setup mode, press the Mode key on the back of the Model 7000 while
the unit is on, but not collecting data. (The display is frozen and the headphones
are off when the unit is on but not collecting data.) You may then move through
the functions of the setup mode by repeatedly pressing the mode key. The modes,
listed in order they are displayed in the LCD panel, are: communications, application, loudness, light, dB alarm, temperature units & temperature alarm (if the contact probe is in), audible alarm option, frequency range limitation, auto-range
option, and, dc offset and sensor sensitivity display.
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This menu initiates communications with an H/PC and is only available in the
advanced mode. The right button (up arrow) is used to load point and configuration information from the H/PC and the left button (down arrow) is used to dump
data from the gun to the H/PC.
An additional option when dumping Off-Route data is the ability to create singlepoint or multiple-point machines. After pressing the left button (down arrow) on
the communications menu, a second menu will prompt for whether or not a new
machine is to be used or the same machine is to be used. Choosing Same (up
arrow) will dump the data to whatever machine is currently displayed in the H/PC.
SonicScan uses line-of-sight, infrared signals to communicate with an H/PC, therefore be sure that there are no obstructions between the infrared ports on the gun
and the H/PC during communications.
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Perhaps the most important mode is the choice of application. The five predefined
application choices are leak, steam trap, valve, mechanical, and electrical. Each
application has predefined settings which optimize the SonicScan for collecting
and analyzing the data. When the trigger is released, the bottom line of the display
will toggle through the sensor type and the predefined parameters to be collected.

For instance, choosing the leak application will default the sensor required to airborne, the display mode to peak (the display modes are described below), and the
bottom line will toggle through the airborne sensor description, 40kHz Ab, (Ab
is an abbreviation for airborne) and the parameter collected, the peak hold value.
Choosing the steam trap application will default the sensor required to contact, the
default display mode to peak hold, prompt the operator to collect three types of
data at two different locations, and after each data set is collected, the bottom line
will toggle between the location/sensor and the parameters collected.
You use the Up and Down arrow keys to move between the various measurements
(or sub-points) on a point. After a measurement is collected on the first sub-point,
a down arrow will be displayed in the upper right corner, indicating that there are
more sub-points to be collected. After moving to the next sub-point, both up and
down arrows will appear to indicate that there are previous as well as additional subpoints to move between. When all of the required sub-points for the point have
been taken, a check mark will replace the arrows in the upper right corner.
For Steam Trap applications, once you have taken all the readings, pressing the
Down arrow key will display the first Steam Trap Analysis screen. This screen will list
the Conclusion for the analysis. Initially, the conclusion will be Unknown. You
can manually change by the conclusion by using the Up and Down arrow keys.
If you leave the conclusion as Unknown, pressing the Mode button will start the
Steam Trap Analysis Flow Chart. See Steam Trap Analysis Flowcharts on page 5-6
for a description of the flow charts. You can select responses with the Up and Down
arrow keys, and enter your selection and move to the next question with the Mode
key. Once a conclusion has been reached based on your input, the Conclusion
screen will display the new conclusion. Accept this conclusion by pressing the Mode
button, or override the conclusion with the Up and Down arrow keys.
There is another application: None. When None is selected as the application,
the gun will respond to whatever sensor is in at the time. In the standard and
advanced modes, after selecting None, the display screen will prompt for the
default display mode. The available choices are: peak, peak hold, average, and peak
factor. (See Display Mode below for more information on these choices.) When
the trigger is released, the screen will not change.

The other user-selectable application is only available in the advanced mode:

Sensor Def. This application should be selected when the object to be analyzed
does not fall into any of the predefined categories. Again, after selecting this application, the display screen to prompt the operator for his choice of data to display
during data collection. Sensor Def will differ from None in that, after the trigger
is released, the bottom display line will toggle through the sensor and all the parameters collected.
A final application is Route App. This application is automatically selected when
a point has been loaded from the H/PC. This will enable an operator to easily go
off-route in the middle of route collection by selecting one of the other applications, collecting data, dumping data, and then selecting Route App to go back to
the next predefined route point.
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Display Mode allows you to specify the averaging mode that defines how the ultrasonic input signal level is displayed. The up and down arrows scroll through the
four options:
Peak,
Peak Hold,
Averaged, and
Peak Factor.
Peak - This is the normal operating mode of the Model 7000 and continuously displays the peak ultrasonic sound level. It updates the display ten
times per second. Except for the peak mode, all other display modes will
display a graphical indicator on the LCD panel to remind you which mode
is selected.

Peak Hold - In this mode, the highest input signal is retained and displayed
as long as the trigger switch is held in. When the trigger switch is released,
the peak hold value is frozen in the display. The display restarts at zero
when the trigger switch is pressed again. When operating in the peak hold
setting, the LCD panel displays the symbol to the left of this paragraph
below the bar graph. Do not confuse this symbol with the actual peak
marker which is displayed as a vertical line on the bar graph.
Averaged - This mode displays the linear average of the input signal. Once
the trigger is pulled to begin data collection, the average is continually calculated until the trigger is released. The average restarts at zero the next
time data collection begins. The symbol indicating averaged mode is seen
at left.
Peak Factor - This mode displays the difference between the peak value
and the average value. Once the trigger is pulled to begin data collection,
the peak factor is continually calculated until the trigger is released. The
peak factor restarts at zero the next time data collection begins. Its symbol
is a combination of the other two.
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Envelope Peak Detector connector.
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There are three loudness levels: low, medium, and high. Use the arrow keys to
toggle between the options. Choices are made in response to the audible conditions in the plant. If there isnt a great deal of background noise, then the low level
may be sufficient, whereas a plant with a great deal of background noise may
require that the high level be selected. The loudness only affects the volume going
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If the contact sensor is attached to the SonicScan, you can specify the thermal alarm
level.
Use the arrow keys to specify the temperature at which an audible alarm will sound.
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Pressing an arrow key will turn the audible feedback On and Off for certain error
conditions, such as dB and temperature alarms, and communications errors.
There are two conditions, however, where audio feedback cannot be turned off:
volume and frequency boundaries, and signal clipping.
The volume boundaries are 0% to 100%. The frequency boundaries are based on
the attached sensor. The airborne, parabolic dish, and single-frequency contact
sensors have optimum ranges of 35 - 45 kHz and full ranges of 20 kHz to 255 kHz.
The RI and RIM sensors have optimum ranges at
4 kHz, 26 - 34 kHz, and 35 - 45 kHz. The RI and RIM sensors dont utilize the full
frequency range. The gun will send a beep to the headphones if the operator tries
to increase or decrease the volume or frequency beyond these levels.
Signal clipping is a condition caused by too much audio gain resulting in the noise
levels hitting an electronic ceiling which causes the amplitudes to be clipped. The
danger here is that as the signal is clipped, potential problems are being hidden
and lost in the background noise. Therefore, whenever this condition arises, both
a visible alarm (descending chevron) and an audible alarm are generated. To fix
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The Frequency Range screen allows you to set the frequency range of the Model
7000. Use the arrow keys to toggle between the two choices:
Optimum - This is the normal frequency mode of the Model 7000 and
allows you to scroll through the most usable performance range of the
sensor. This range, usually 35 kHz to 45 kHz, is encoded on the sensor
module itself, but different sensors will have different optimum ranges.
Also, multi-frequency sensors will move through all good ranges (i.e., 5
- 10 kHz, 25 - 35 kHz, etc.) in the Optimum setting.
Full - For the airborne, parabolic dish, and single-frequency contact sensors, this permits you to scroll through the entire frequency range of the
gun, 20 kHz to 255 kHz.
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frequency range. It will automatically restart in the Optimum frequency mode.
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Perhaps the second most significant option in the SonicScan is the ability to autorange the audio output of the headphones. Many times the audio of the gun can
be set too low or, more likely, too high, causing a serious reduction in the human
ears ability to discern many important characteristics of the signal. When the autorange option is on and the trigger is pulled, the gun will measure the incoming signals for one second. It will then adjust the volume level such that the maximum
peak encountered will be near the electronic noise ceiling in the gun. Using this
method, the volume level may never need to be adjusted again, except for minor
comfort changes. Note that this will not affect the dB values or loudness settings in
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whose noise output is significantly different than the others. Autoranging will adjust each one to nearly the same level.
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The SonicScan Ultrasonic Probe has three separate alarm functions:
an alarm for exceeding a user-defined decibel level,
an alarm for exceeding a user-defined temperature level while using the
contact probe, and
an alarm to alert the user when the incoming signal is beginning to be
clipped by the internal electronic circuitry.
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The decibel alarm is defined by accessing the dB alarm function in the setup mode
and using the arrow keys to set an alarm limit. (See dB Alarm on page 2-12.)
When the alarm level is reached, an audible alert is heard in the headphones and
the decibel readout on the LCD panel flashes. The alarm limit is triggered whenever the displayed dB value reaches the user-defined alarm level.
In all modes except peak factor, the user-defined dB alarm level is shown on the bar
graph as a vertical bar. In the peak hold and averaging modes, another vertical bar
displays the current peak level and average, respectively. In addition to the audible
alarm and flashing dB reading, the vertical bar will also flash when the alarm limit
has been reached.
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The temperature alarm is only active when the contact probe is attached to the SonicScan. It is defined by accessing the temperature alarm function in the setup mode
and using the arrow keys to set an alarm limit. When the alarm level is reached, an
audible alert is heard in the headphones and the temperature readout on the LCD
panel flashes.
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This alarm alerts you that the incoming signal is beginning to be clipped by the
internal electronic circuitry and that you should decrease the volume at this point.
A chevron, as shown to the left of this paragraph, will blink in the LCD panel when
this alarm is activated. When you are using the contact probe, an audible alarm will
be heard in addition to the blinking chevron.

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If you currently use a 2100-series (21xx) CSI Machinery Analyzer, you can capture
data from the SonicScan gun for advanced analysis. To get the raw data out of the
SonicScan and into a 21xx:
1. . . Set up a general dynamic point in AMS Machinery Manager (refer to the
AMS Machinery Manager Technical Reference manual).
2. . . Download route to 21xx.
3. . . Connect RSSI cable to envelope peak detector output port on the bottom
panel of the SonicScan. See Bottom Panel Connections on page 2-21 for
exact port location.
4. . . Connect the BNC end of the cable to the volts side of any 25-pin volts/accel
adapter.
5. . . Pull the trigger on the SonicScan while aiming at the desired object to be
scanned. Now press enter on the desired general dynamic point and the
21xx will show the waveform on the screen, calculate its averages, and
conduct an FFT to generate a spectrum.
If you desire to monitor but not store the data, you can:
1. . . Press the analyze key at the top of the 21xx meter and scroll down to Monitor
Mode. Press enter.
2. . . Choose to monitor either the spectrum or the waveform.
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As new features and enhancements are made for the SonicScan, new versions of
the firmware may be downloaded to the gun. The procedure is simple and can be
divided into three main steps:
SonicScan-to-Computer hardware connection,
Preparing the gun, and
Downloading the new firmware.
Hardware Connection - Slide open the panel on the bottom of the SonicScan.
Connect the communications cable supplied with the SonicScan to the telephonejack style communications port in this panel. Connect the other end of the communications cable to the COM1 or COM2 port on the back of your computer.

Preparing the SonicScan for download - With the gun on but the trigger in the off
position (display frozen, sound to headphones off), push both the up and down
arrow keys at the same time and hold them in. The LCD panel will display the current firmware and hardware revision number. Release both buttons and the LCD
panel will now display the Operation Level screen. Now press the mode button and
the LCD panel will display the words, Firmware Downloader. The gun is ready to
receive the new firmware. To cancel this action, press the mode button, the panel
will display Canceled by User.
Downloading the new firmware - Apply the proper communications settings in
your computer. In a Windows 3.11 system, access the Terminal window. In a Windows 95 system, access HyperTerminal. Once the communications window is
open apply the settings below:
Baud rate: 19,200
8 bits
1 stop-bit
Parity: None
Flow control: X-On/X-Off
Place the floppy disk with the new firmware in your computers floppy drive. Using
your communications package, locate the file on the floppy disk named aout.txt
and click the OK button.
The LCD panel on the SonicScan will display a spinning icon as the download
occurs, this will take three to four minutes. The panel will briefly display Programming Flash. After it is finished, the download is complete and the new firmware is
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The Model 7000 includes two sensors:
a non-contact sensor to monitor airborne ultrasonic signals, and
a contact sensor to monitor surface ultrasonic signals and to measure the
contact point temperature.
Both types of sensors are easily connected to the SonicScan. The sensors have two
small protrusions on their sides that ensure proper insertion into the gun. When
the protrusions line up with the slots in the end of the gun, gently press the sensor
in and turn 1/8 turn to the right. The contact probe has an additional threaded
ring that tightens once the probe is inserted.
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Connector Cover - Slide the cover towards the handle grip to expose the input/
output ports.
Envelope Peak Detector - supplies the signal output to a Model 2100-series
Machinery Analyzer.
Communications - (Direct wired or wireless infrared) These connections are used
for communication between the Model 7000 and a host computer.
Headphones - This jack allows you to insert the headphones plug to monitor the
ultrasonic signal that has been mixed (heterodyned) down to audible frequencies.
Trigger - Press the trigger to activate the Model 7000. The unit will begin measuring
and displaying input data and the headphone jack will be activated.
Releasing the trigger freezes the current display and deactivates the headphone
jack.
If the trigger (or any other key) is not pressed within approximately two minutes,
the Model 7000 will turn itself off (power down mode) to conserve battery power.

Battery Charger - the Model 7000 is powered by a ni-cad battery pack located in the
handle grip. To recharge the battery pack:
1. . . Plug the Model 93161 power supplys AC power cord into a standard AC
outlet.

2. . . Insert the power supplys output plug into the battery charger jack located
on the bottom panel of the Model 7000.
The battery charger will recharge a fully discharged battery pack in approximately
three hours. After the battery pack has been fully charged, the battery charger will
automatically switch to a trickle charge mode to maintain full charge.
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The CSI H/PC Connection Monitor is a separate process that is started by SonicView to monitor the connection to the H/PC. The connection monitor should
always say H/PC Connected, otherwise an error has occurred and SonicView will
be unable to communicate with the H/PC. The initial connection to the H/PC
may take a few seconds. Upon connection, the CSI H/PC Connection Monitor
automatically minimizes in the Windows Task Bar.
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CSI H/PC Connection Monitor should NEVER be closed while SonicView is
running. If the connection monitor is closed, SonicView will be left in an
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before SonicView is initiated by using the Mobile Devices software
that was provided with the Microsoft Windows CE Services installation. Please see the installation instructions that came with the H/PC.
If the H/PC is disconnected in the middle of a SonicView session, the connection
monitor will detect the dropped connection and send a message back to SonicView
at which point the status line on the SonicView main menu will say No H/PC Connection Remote Access NOT Initialized and the message on the connection
monitor will say Checking H/PC Connection and give a brief explanation of
what may be done to reconnect the H/PC.

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If the H/PC fails to connect, verify the following:
Ensure that the CE Services software (v 2.0 or higher) has been installed on
the desktop. This software should have been provided with the H/PC.
Ensure that the H/PC cable is connected to the desktop.
Check the baud rate on the desktop and the H/PC.
To check the baud rate on the desktop, click on Start, Settings, Control
Panel, Modems, and then choose the port (for example, COM 1) that
the H/PC cable is connected to. Adjust the baud rate to match the setting on the H/PC. (If the procedure for adjusting the baud rate isnt
clear, consult the documentation for your operating system.)
To check the baud rate setting on the H/PC, click on Start, Settings,
Control Panel, Communications Properties, PC Connection. The baud
rate is listed under the Connect using: item on this screen.
On the same H/PC screen as the baud rate, the check box titled Allow connection with desktop computer when H/PC is attached. should be
checked to ensure that the connection is established every time the H/PC
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CSI provides software, called SonicHPC, that runs on the H/PC. This software is a
route-based, data collection system that interfaces with the SonicScan UltraSonic
Probe. Chapter 4 of this manual describes how to use SonicHPC. The installation
(or removal) of SonicHPC is done through the Tools menu of SonicView under
H/PC Software or by pressing Ctrl-I for install and Ctrl-U for uninstall.
There are currently two types of processors in the H/PCs on the market, the MIPS
R4000 and the Hitachi SH3 processor. SonicView will need to know which processor is in your H/PC before installing the SonicHPC software. After choosing to
install the H/PC software, a dialog box will appear that will allow you to choose
either the model of H/PC that you own or the type of processor. If your model of
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listed on this menu.
When upgrading the SonicHPC software, it will be necessary to remove all routes
that had been loaded previously. SonicView will display the following message
asking if you are sure that you want the routes on the H/PC removed and giving
you a chance to cancel the operation.
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The SonicView main menu provides tools for monitoring the ultrasonic and
keypad entry routes in your AMS Machinery Manager database. From this menu it
is possible to load routes to your H/PC, dump routes from the H/PC, and report
on any or all of the routes in the database. This menu can be broken down into
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The first area on the SonicView main menu is the H/PC status line. The first part
of this line tells whether or not the H/PC is connected and will either say H/PC
Connected or No H/PC Connection. The second part lets you know if SonicView is able to talk to the H/PC through its remote access interface and will either
say, Remote Access Initialized or Remote Access NOT Initialized.
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SonicView will be unable to load, dump, or purge routes to/from the
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ultrasonic or keypad entry points, the current state of each route, and the date in
which the state changed.
Area ID Displays the corresponding Area from the AMS Machinery Manager
database.
Route Name Displays the Route name from the AMS Machinery Manager database.
Route Status The following is a list of possible route statuses with a brief description:
TO BE COLLECTED this is a route that has not been loaded to the H/PC.
ROUTE LOADED the route has been loaded on the H/PC, but no data
has been collected yet
LOADED (NOT FOUND ON H/PC) the route had been loaded, but SonicView cannot find the route on the H/PC. Possible situations that would
cause this error: the H/PC is not connected properly, the route has been corrupted on the H/PC, or a different H/PC was used to load the route.
OVERDUE FOR COLLECTION the time interval (defined when the
route was created) has elapsed since the last time data has been collected
on the route.
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tagged for dumping.
HAS BEEN DUMPED SonicView has successfully completed the dump
to the AMS Machinery Manager database.
READY FOR PURGE the route has been collected and dumped and can
be purged at this time.
UNKNOWN ROUTE STATUS an error has occurred and SonicView
was unable to determine the routes status. Possible situations that would
cause this would be either the H/PC is not connected properly or the route
on the H/PC has been corrupted.
Date Displays the date that the route status changed. For example, when it was
loaded, dumped, or when data was last taken on the H/PC.
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SonicView to re-read the routes from the database and update their status.
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transferred from the H/PC to the desktop database during a Dump Route procedure and indicate whether or not routes containing keypad entry points should be
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Range of Valid Dates The dates specified in the Range of Valid Dates define a
time window that is used to check the collection date of measurement points as
they are being transferred from the H/PC to the database on the desktop during
data dump. Dates that fall within the window are considered to be valid.
Automatic Date/Time Substitution An unchecked box for Automatic Date/
Time Substitution instructs SonicView to ignore measurement points that have
dates falling outside of the time window (invalid dates). A checked box allows measurement points with invalid dates/times to be transferred to the database. The
measurement point will be assigned a substitute date that is defined via the Substitution Date/Time variable.
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You should not use Date/Time substitution with multiple routes, especially if the
data points are included in several different routes. The order in which routes
are processed will affect what data is transferred.
Substitution Date/Time This variable specifies the substitute date/time that will
be applied to points with invalid dates/times (if the Automatic Date/Time Substitution box is checked). Do not specify a substitution date that is within the time
window.
Dump Order Select either Forward or Reverse to specify the order that SonicView will dump the data into the AMS Machinery Manager database.
Automatically Dump Routes From H/PC If this option is set, every time SonicView is entered it will attempt to dump all routes from the H/PC that have been
tagged for dump.
Add Off Route Equipment and Points to Current Route SonicView will always
convert off-route equipment and points to real ones in the AMS Machinery Manager database. If the Add Off Route Equipment and Points to Current Route is
checked when dumping the off-route data, all off-route equipment and points will
get added to the current route in addition to getting added to the database.
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Local Data), SonicView will always prompt you to select an AMS
Machinery Manager database and a station to convert the off-route
equipment and points to real ones, and then create a new route composed entirely of the Local Data. This route will be called
LOCALDATARTE0xx and can be modified (i.e., renamed) by using
the Route Management program from the AMS Machinery Manager main menu.
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in the database that contains vibration points that have been setup as keypad entry
points in AMS Machinery Managers Database Setup application will be included
in the route list.

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This function allows you to transfer an information framework file from the
desktop to the H/PC. This is useful when you want to collect off-route data on the
H/PC without setting up a route in the database.

To transfer a framework file, ensure that communications with the H/PC has been
established as described in the section entitled Connecting to the H/PC and
select the Load Frmwrk function in SonicView. The Load Framework screen will
then appear and have a list of available framework files. These files can be created
and defined in the Information Framework program in AMS Machinery Manager.
You may choose one or more files from the list and click on OK. SonicView will
then attempt to transfer the framework file(s) and all applicable information to the
H/PC. If any of the chosen files cannot be found, an error message will be displayed.

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The Load Route function allows you to select one or more routes from the current
AMS Machinery Manager database on the desktop and transfer them to the H/PC
for data collection. Along with the route, SonicView will also load the framework
file that is associated with the current database.
To load routes to the H/PC, ensure that communication with the H/PC has been
established as described in the section entitled Connecting to the H/PC, select
one or more routes from the list and click on the Load Route function key. If either
the route or the framework already exists on the H/PC, a message will be displayed
asking you whether or not you want to overwrite the file.

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The Dump Route function will allow you to choose one or more routes from the
selection list and dump all associated data from the H/PC into the AMS Machinery
Manager database. To dump routes from the H/PC, ensure that communication
with the H/PC has been established as described in the section entitled Connecting to the H/PC, select one or more routes from the list on the SonicView
main menu and choose the Dump Route function key. When SonicView dumps a
route to the database, it will also log a data collection event with the RBMview database.
Routes can be dumped to the database automatically when first entering SonicView by checking the Automatically Dump Routes from H/PC box on the Configuration menu. See Globals on page 3-11 for more information on choosing
this option. When this option is set, SonicView will automatically dump all routes
on the H/PC that are tagged for dumping. No other interaction by the user is necessary.
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default setting, it must be set during a session with SonicView and will
take effect during all following sessions until the option is reset.
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The Purge Route function removes all related route files from the H/PC and the
desktop. This function is helpful to clear disk space on the H/PC. To purge routes,
ensure that communication with the H/PC has been established as described in
the section entitled Connecting to the H/PC, select one or more routes from the
list on the SonicView main menu, and click on the Purge Route function key. A
message box will come up for each route chosen to purge (or just once if Yes to
All is selected) to ask you if you are sure that you want to delete the routes from the
H/PC and the desktop.
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Machinery Manager database. To remove routes from the database,
it is necessary to use the Route Management application in AMS
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There are numerous reports available in SonicView. The Reports function will
bring up a menu that will allow you to choose a report and filter the data that will
appear. These reports are generated from the data stored in the AMS Machinery
Manager database. It is not necessary to be connected to the H/PC to run the
reports.

Select a Report Seven types of reports are available in SonicView:

Measurement Point Data Report
Air Leak Detection Report
Steam Trap Reports
Valve Report
Mechanical Report
Electrical/Corona Report
NotePad Observation Summary Report
Descriptions and sample reports for each type are provided below.
Display Database Or Company Name is used to specify whether you want the
database name or company name in the header of the report.
Select the Data To Analyze is used to limit data that will be included in the report
as follows:
Data From Last Survey Only only the data that was collected during the
last survey (based on the date that data was last saved for the equipment).
The report will not include data from measurement points that were missed
during the last collection survey.
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Latest Data Available the most recently collected data for each measurement point. If a measurement point was missed during the last survey, the
points data from the previous survey will be used.
Last Data in Interval only the data that fall within the time period specified with the Starting/Ending Date fields.
Starting/Ending Date these dates are used only in conjunction with
the Last Data in Interval option in Select the Data To Analyze to provide a time interval for limiting the analysis.
All Data reports all data collected on each measurement point.
Print Exceptional Data Only? an unchecked box for this option results in the
listing of every measurement point on the route regardless of its alarm status. A
checked box results in the listing of points that are in alarm only.
Display Location Information on Air Leak Report? if this box is checked the
location information defined for the point will appear on the Air Leak report.

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The Measurement Point Data Report will display the trend information for
all measurement points on a route that meet the criteria specified in the
Report setup menu. See Reports on page 3-17 for more information.
Route Point History Report
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Database:
Point Description
----------------ST#163
e:\RBMsuite\CustData\Example.rbm
Area:
Area 6 (Ultrasonic Technology)
Route Name: A7 EQUIPMENT
Report Date: 07-Dec-98 09:25:08
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Return Line
dB
F
dB
F
F
se
dB
F
dB
F
F
se
(01-Sep-98 10:25:46)
40K Peak Hold
47.00
dB
(22-Sep-98 11:34:26)
40K Peak Hold
58.00
dB
--> Plant Air System (Leaking)
High Side Line
VAL#41
(01-Sep-98 10:29:27)
Inlet Pk Hold
49.00
Inlet Temp
436.00
Outlet Pk Hol
47.00
Outlet Temp
410.00
Delta Temp
26.00
Cycle Time
0.00
(22-Sep-98 11:36:58)
Inlet Pk Hold
54.00
Inlet Temp
452.00
Outlet Pk Hol
50.00
Outlet Temp
421.00
Delta Temp
31.00
Cycle Time
300.00
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Contact
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F
dB
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F
dB
F
dB
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40K Peak Hold
80.00
40K Average
62.00
40K Pk Factor
18.00
Temperature
157.00
dB
dB
dB
F
(22-Sep-98 11:35:50)
40K Peak Hold
78.00
40K Average
63.00
40K Pk Factor
15.00
Temperature
325.40
dB
dB
dB
F
(01-Sep-98 10:28:37)
40K Peak Hold
51.00
dB
(22-Sep-98 11:36:32)
40K Peak Hold
58.00
dB
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Output Stage
PXL#254
(01-Sep-98 10:34:03)
Inlet Pk Hold
39.00
Inlet Temp
60.00
Outlet Pk Hol
45.00
Outlet Temp
60.00
Delta Temp
0.00
(22-Sep-98 11:35:11)
Inlet Pk Hold
42.00
Inlet Temp
136.40
Outlet Pk Hol
47.00
Outlet Temp
136.40
Delta Temp
0.00
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This report is specific to leak detection measurement points. The cost of the leak is
calculated based on the dB value detected by SonicScan and the type of material
that is leaking. The specific cost per unit for different types of materials must be
defined in the Framework program in AMS Machinery Manager.
Air Leak Survey Report
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Database:
Area:
Route Name:
Report Date:

A7 EQUIPMENT
07-Dec-98 10:40:06
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If Repairs
Pt ID
CFM
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(01-Sep-98 10:25:46)
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Analysis Detail, Status Report, and Scan Summary. The Steam Trap Report Setup
menu is used to choose a report, set sorting options, and to specify additional fields
to include on some of the reports.

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Select Steam Trap Report is used to select one of the five different reports.
Select Sorting Option is used to specify the order in which the steam trap data is
reported.
No Sort the data will not be sorted.
By Trap Condition the steam trap data will be sorted according to the condition of the trap. The traps that are not in service will be the first to appear
on the report, then the low temperature traps, and so on in the following
order:
Not In Service
Low Temperature
Plugged
Blowing By
Trap Is Ok
Unknown or Not Checked
By Trap Name the steam trap data will be sorted alphabetically by Trap
ID.
By Survey Date the data will be sorted using the survey date.
Include Notes on Analysis Summary Report? if this option is checked, then any
notes that were recorded during the survey will be included on the Analysis Summary report.
Include Location Information on Report? if this option is checked, then all steam
trap location information will be included on the Analysis Detail and Status
Reports.
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on a route that meet the criteria specified in the Report setup menu (see Reports
on page 3-17) and the calculated alarm level. When this report is run, the alarm for
each piece of equipment will be sent to the RBMview database.
Measurement Point Exception Report
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Database:
Point
ID
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Analysis
Parameter
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Area:
Route Name: A7 EQUIPMENT
Report Date: 07-Dec-98 09:36:04
Parameter
Value
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Alarm/Fault
Levels
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Alarm
Code
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Inlet Temp
P01
Outlet Pk Hold
P01
Outlet Temp
P01
Delta Temp
P01
Cycle Time
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F
47.00
dB
410.00
F
26.00
F
0.00
sec
P01
P01
P01
P01
P01
P01
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50.00
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31.00
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300.00
sec
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Inlet Temp
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This report shows the Trap ID, Manufacturer, Model, and Installation Date as set
up in DBASE, then lists the survey date, the condition of the trap on this date, and
the assigned severity. Any notes taken during the survey will be shown on this
report if the "Include Notes on Analysis Summary Report" option is checked on
the Steam Trap Report Setup menu (see page -22).
Advanced Steam Trap Analysis Summary
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Area:
Route Name:
Report Date:
area 2
STMOTR1
04-Aug-99 14:29:27
Trap
ID
Install
Manufacturer
Model
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Condition= Blowing By
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Condition= Plugged
Date
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Severity=
Very High
02-Dec-88
Severity=
Low
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used to estimate the condition of each steam trap on the route. The detailed information includes the date of the survey, each technology (Temperature, Visual, and
Sound), the specific questions that were asked during the survey, the answers to
those questions, the technology-specific conclusions, and the overall and user conclusions.
Advanced Steam Trap Analysis Detail Report
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Area:
Route Name:
Report Date:
Trap
ID Manufacturer
---- -----------ST3 Bishop, Babcock & Becker
area 2
STMOTR1
04-Aug-99 14:30:00
Model
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[Temp. ]
Inlet Temp > Ambient Temp? (no )
Temp. Conclusion: Plugged
[Visual]
Discharge to Atmosphere? (yes)
Blowing Live Steam or No Flow? (no )
Visual Conclusion: Unknown
[Sound ]
Is Trap Cycling? (yes)
Sound Like Tight Shut Off Between Cycles? (no )
Sound Conclusion: Blowing By
Overall Conclusion: Blowing By
User Conclusion: Blowing By
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Armstrong
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[Temp. ]
Inlet Temp > Ambient Temp? (yes)
Inlet/Outlet Temp Difference > 30 ? (no )
Temp. Conclusion: Blowing By
[Sound ]
Is Trap Cycling? (yes)
Sound Like Tight Shut Off Between Cycles? (no )
Is Rushing Steam Heard? (yes)
Has the Trap Lost its Prime? (yes)
Sound Conclusion: Unknown
Overall Conclusion: Blowing By
User Conclusion: Plugged
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This report is similar to the Analysis Summary report except the Install Date is not
included and the steam trap location information will be listed if the "Include Location Information on Report" option is checked on the Steam Trap Report Setup
menu (see page -22).
Steam Trap Status Report
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Area:
Route Name:
Report Date:
Trap
ID Manufacturer
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area 2
STMOTR1
04-Aug-99 14:28:14
Model
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ST3 Bishop, Babcock & Becker

B987Y-U8765
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Severity=
Very High
ST4 Armstrong
(25-Jun-99 09:41:12)
Severity=
Low
A8876H-1
Condition= Plugged
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The Scan Summary report is a brief synopsis of the number of traps scanned, the
number of faulty traps, and the number of low temperature traps that meet the criteria specified in the Report setup menu (see "Reports" on page 3-17).
Steam Trap Scan Summary Report
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Area:
Route Name:
Report Date:
Number of
Traps Scanned
------------2
Number of
Faulty Traps
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area 2
STMOTR1
04-Aug-99 14:28:51
Number of LowTemperature Traps
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This report shows the trend parameter data for all valve measurement points on a
route that meet the criteria specified in the Report setup menu (see Reports on
page 3-17) and the calculated alarm level. When this report is run, the alarm for
each piece of equipment will be sent to the RBMview database.
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Database:
Area:
Route Name:
Report Date:
A7 EQUIPMENT
07-Dec-98 09:43:08
Point
Analysis
Parameter
Alarm/Fault
Alarm
ID
Parameter
Value
Levels
Code
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39.00
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Inlet Temp
60.00
P01
Outlet Pk Hold
45.00
dB
P01
Outlet Temp
60.00
P01
Delta Temp
0.00
P01
Inlet Pk Hold
42.00
dB
P01
Inlet Temp
136.40
P01
Outlet Pk Hold
47.00
dB
P01
Outlet Temp
136.40
P01
Delta Temp
0.00
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Mechanical Report
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This report shows the trend parameter data for all mechanical measurement
points on a route that meet the criteria specified in the Report setup menu (see
Reports on page 3-17) and the calculated alarm level. When this report is run, the
alarm for each piece of equipment will be sent to the RBMview database.
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Database:
Area:
Route Name:
Report Date:

A7 EQUIPMENT
07-Dec-98 09:44:21
Point
Analysis
Parameter
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Alarm
ID
Parameter
Value
Levels
Code
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(01-Sep-98 10:26:40)
P01
40K Peak Hold
80.00
dB
P01
40K Average
62.00
dB
P01
40K Pk Factor
18.00
dB
P01
Temperature
157.00
P01
40K Peak Hold
78.00
dB
P01
40K Average
63.00
dB
P01
40K Pk Factor
15.00
dB
P01
Temperature
325.40
(22-Sep-98 11:35:50)
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points on a route that meet the criteria specified in the Report setup menu (see
Reports on page 3-17) and the calculated alarm level. When this report is run, the
alarm for each piece of equipment will be sent to the RBMview database.
**********************************
Database:
Area:
Route Name:
Report Date:

A7 EQUIPMENT
07-Dec-98 09:45:50
Point
Analysis
Parameter
Alarm/Fault
Alarm
ID
Parameter
Value
Levels
Code
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40K Peak Hold
P01
40K Peak Hold
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The NotePad Observation Summary Report lists notepad observations that may
have been assigned to equipment and measurement points. The setup menu is
used to select whether to include the observations from only the last survey, the last
recorded observation, or list all recorded observations.

Select the Data To Analyze is used to limit the notepad observations that will be
included in the report as follows:
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Observation from Last Survey Only only the notepad observations from
the last survey.
Last Observation Noted will include the last notepad entry for all equipment and measurement points that have a notepad observation for the last
survey. If the equipment or measurement point does not have a notepad
entry for the last survey, the previous survey will be used.
History of Observations lists all notepad entries for every measurement
point on the route. If the History of Observations is chosen, then:
Select a Date from which to Begin the Listing Enter the date in the
DD-MMM-YY format.
Select the Type of Notes to Report Choose either Equipment or Point to
narrow the number of observations being reported. Or choose Equipment and
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Database:
Area:
Route Name:
Report Date:

A7 EQUIPMENT
07-Dec-98 09:46:49
Machine/Pt ID
Date
Observation
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ST#163
ST#163

01-Sep-98
Temperature Exceeds Safe Levels
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VAL#41
VAL#41
01-Sep-98
Evacuate Building Before Repairi
PAC#722
PXL#254
PXL#254
01-Sep-98
Arcing/Sparks Being Generated
P01
01-Sep-98
Loud Humming in Component
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The following screen indicates that there are no active routes selected by SonicHPC. There may be routes loaded into the H/PC, but none are open.
The Off-Route button, the button with the machine on the road, may be used to
create an off-route that is not associated with any route. This type of off-route data
is referred to as Local Data. Once a route is opened in SonicHPC the Main screen
is displayed.

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The Main screen will display the machine and point description, in this case Power
Xmission Line (Corona) - Insulating Bushing. The next line contains the application for the point, here Electrical/Corona. Next, in large type, is the machine ID
and the point ID. The Point Status is displayed in a pulldown menu. The default
value is Not Inspected. The user may change the status manually, or the SonicHPC will set up the value automatically based on the parameter values entered on
the Input screen.
The date, time, and status of any previous data taken on this point is displayed
below the Point Status. If this was the first time this point has had data taken, we
would see the Never Scanned indication. The last line displays the station and
route description as well as the route status. Here we see that ROUTE #1 in Area 13
(UltraSonic Technology) is Incomplete.
Right/Left Handed Buttons switches the Navigation Window from the equipment and point list to the navigation buttons that allow the user to move between
the machines and points on the route. The single arrow buttons move the user forward and backward through the route one point at a time. The double arrow buttons move through the route one machine at a time. The same buttons always exist
along the top menu bar of the SonicHPC.
Equipment and Point List switches the Navigation Window from the navigation
buttons to the equipment point list, which is a tree that contains all of the machines
and points on the route. The user may view any point by just selecting it from the
tree.

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The items under the File Menu are used to manipulate the routes.
Open Route both the menu item and the opening folder button on the menu
bar, will save the active route and then prompt the user for the route he wishes to
open.
Close Route will save and close the active route.
Clear Route Data will clear out all of the collected data on the active route, but it
will leave it open.
Tag for Dump will tag the active route as ready for data dump back to the host PC.
The user can tag routes that are partially collected and then the host PC will dump
just that partial data. The SonicHPC will automatically tag a route for dump when
all of the data for it has been collected.

Properties will bring up the Properties screen which contains information about
the active route. It shows the station and route name, the route status, the last date
and time data was entered on the route, the full MasterTrend database name associated with the route and the sup file the route is using.
Exit will exit the SonicHPC program. The program may also be exited by using
the X button located in the upper right hand corner of the main display menu
bar.
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UnDo will restore and newly entered parameter values to their old values.

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Instructions both the menu item and the button with the book with the i on the
cover, allow the user to view the Instructions screen. The Instructions screen has
information that is germane to the way data should be taken for the point. If the
instructions must be read, as determined in the Framework program, then all data
input fields, as well as the Location and Notes items, for the point will be disabled
until the instructions are read.
The following is an example Instructions screen. Instructions can be customized in
the Framework program. Vertical scroll bars will appear if there is more information than can be seen at one time. The screen is exited via the button with the X
on it.
Location both the menu item and the button with the cross hair and pipe, allow
the user to view the Location Data screen. The Location Data screen allows the user
to enter in more detailed data to define the exact location of the problem for a nondiscrete point. The following is an example Location Data screen. Location Data
code sets can be customized in the Framework program. Press OK to save your
changes and exit the Location Data screen. Press X to cancel without saving any
of your changes.

Notes both the menu item and the button with the pen and note paper, allow the
user to view the Notes screen. The Notes screen allows the user to enter in both predefined and user defined machine and point notes. The predefined notes are
defined in the Framework program.
The Notes screen allows the user to enter in both predefined and user defined
notes for both the machine and the point. The following shows a Notes screen with
no notes entered in.
The box on the left contains a tree that has all of the predefined notes as well as any
user defined notes. Predefined notes can be customized in the Framework program. User notes are entered in the field. There are five predefined notes categories and one category for user defined notes. The user must open the desired
category to gain access to the notes for that category.
The top right box contains all of the notes for the machine and the bottom right
box contains all of the notes for the point. The user can assign a note to one of the
boxes on the right by either double clicking on a note in the left hand box or by
highlighting a note in the left hand box and then pressing on the move note
button, >>. The note will then appear in which ever box on the right was active,
as determined by which radio button, Machine Notes or Point Notes, is active. Likewise, the user can remove a note from the active box on the right side by either
double clicking on the note or by highlighting the note and then pressing the
remove note button, <<.

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New user defined notes are created by the Add New button. Pressing this button
will allow the user to enter in new notes on the Add New User Defined Note screen.
The newly defined user defined note is automatically added into the tree under
and User Defined category and placed into the active right side box. User defined
notes may be a maximum of 40 characters in length. Also, there may be only 24
user-defined notes stored in the SonicHPC. Press OK to create the new user
defined note or press Cancel to exit creating a new note.
The following screen shows the Notes screen after the user had selected the user
defined note this is a new note for a machine note and the Excessive Noise note
for a point note. Any or all of the notes may be assigned as either machine or point
notes, there is no limit or restriction.

Press OK to save your changes and exit the Notes screen. Press X to cancel
without saving any of your changes.

Off Route both the menu item and the button with the machine sitting on the
road, allow the user to toggle between off-route and on-route mode. When in offroute mode the machine on the button will be sitting beside the road to indicate
the off-route state. Off-route mode allows the user to define machines and points
on the fly in the field and will be covered in more detail later.
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The items under the Utility menu are used to edit global setting for the SonicHPC.

Preference allows the user to set up global options for the SonicHPC. The Preference Settings screen allows the user to set up global settings that are retained when
the SonicHPC program is exited.

Route Files show the directory where SonicHPC and all of the route files
reside.

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Navigation allows the user to determine on which side of the display to

place the Navigation window. The Navigation Window may either contain
an equipment and point list tree or navigation buttons. When the navigation
buttons are on the left side, the user may hold the H/PC in his left hand and
navigate with his left thumb, thus freeing up the right hand for data entry.
The reverse is true when the navigation window is on the right.
Navigation Window on Left/Right the Navigation Window can be
displayed on the left or right side of the H/PC depending on this setting.
Ultrasonic Gun options are as follows:

Not Available use when you do not wish to communicate with the
SonicScan.
The next three options are used to communicate with the SonicScan
and determine the action the SonicHPC will do upon receiving point
data dumped from the SonicScan.
No Auto Load of Point Setups will instruct the SonicHPC to not load
the next point setup into the SonicScan.
Load Next Point on Data Dump sends the setup for the next point to
the SonicScan.
Load Next Incomplete Point sends the setup for the next incomplete
point to the SonicScan.
Units System sets the operating mode of the SonicHPC to either English
or Metric.
Sound does nothing at this point in time.
Debug Gun Comm brings up a special debug window used for debugging
gun communication.
Use Last Settings instructs SonicHPC to setup the SonicScan to take data
in the exact same way any previous data might have been taken on a point.
The volume level, local oscillator frequency, and the frequency band for
multi-frequency sensors will be set up in the SonicScan just as they were
the last time data was taken.

Gun Comm allows the SonicHPC to communicate with the SonicScan. This item
will have a check mark next to it when enabled.
IR Port Setup allows the user to configure the IR port to communicate with the
SonicScan. SonicHPC will automatically set up the IR port to communicate with
the SonicScan so under normal operations, the user will not need to go to the IR
Port Setup screen.
The IR Port Communications Setup allows the user the ability to set the port
number that the SonicHPC will use to communicate with the SonicScan to the
IrDA port number of your H/PC. Default IrDA Port will setup SonicHPC to use the
default IrDA port as is stored in the Windows Registry on your H/PC. If this is does
not work, then you will have to change the IrDA port manually to communicate
with the SonicScan. Some IrDA ports require the setting of the Enable IR Port flag.
The default setting for this flag is also read from the Windows Registry on your H/
PC.

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The Data Input screen is both accessed and exited by selecting the icon of the SonicScan gun. The Input screen is where the user can input parameter values. This is
also where the SonicScan will dump the parameters that it has collected.

The type of application is displayed above the parameter descriptions. Up to four

parameters can be displayed on this screen at one time. If there are more than four
parameters, then up and/or down buttons will appear to allow the user to scroll
through all of the parameters. Any parameters in alarm will be tagged as such in the
Alarm column. If there was previous data it would be displayed along with the date
the data was taken.
For Steam Trap applications, the Steam Trap Analysis button, the button with the
dollar sign above the steam trap, is used to enter the Steam Trap Analysis screen.

In order to do steam trap analysis, the trap type must be know. If the trap type is
unknown, the Select Steam Trap Type screen will be displayed.

Once a steam trap type other than Unknown is selected, the Steam Trap Analysis
screen will be displayed.
The following screen is the Steam Trap Analysis screen. It displays the trap type, the
flow chart questions and responses, and the conclusions. The user may change his
responses here, or use this screen to review what has been entered. Note that some
responses are automatic, such as the ones dealing with the temperature, and can
not be changed on this screen.

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After answering all the questions the user may wish to override the conclusion by
changing the User Conclusion. For conclusions that indicate a potential problem
with the trap, the user will be prompted to enter a Severity. The software will provide a default severity based on the conclusion, but the user may override this
default setting.

For Leak Detection applications, the Leak Cost Determination button, the button
with the dollar sign above the pipe, is used to enter the Leak Cost Determination
screen.

The following screen is the Leak Cost Determination screen. It is used to determine
the cost of a leak based on the dB reading, the type of material (which determines
the cost per volume), the pressure in the line and the number of hours the leaking
device is in service each week.

The leak cost can be displayed on a yearly, semi-annually, quarterly, monthly or

weekly basis.
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Off-route data requires a setup (*.sup) file. For off-route data based on a route, the
sup file associated with the route is used. For Local Data, the user must select the
sup file to be used. If there is only one sup file in the H/PC, it is used automatically.
If there are more than one, then the sup file selection screen is the first screen
shown when new off-route data is created.

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Once the sup file is selected, it is checked to see if it contains any Generic Machines
that have Ultrasonic points. If there are any such machines, the Select the Type of
Equipment screen is show. Otherwise, a New User Defined Machine will be set up
and the next screen is the Define New Off Route Machine screen. Note that
Generic Machines can be customized in the Framework program in AMS
Machinery Manager.

Once a machine is selected, either using a generic machine or a New User Defined
Machine, the Define New Off Route Machine screen is shown. This screen will display a default Machine ID and Description. The user may change these values if he
wishes.

If a Generic Machine was selected, leaving the Define New Off Route Machine
screen exits off route machine/point creation. If the user is setting up a user
defined machine, then the Point Data screen is displayed. This screen will display a
default Point ID and Description as well as the Application and Instructions to be
associated with the new point. The available Applications are Leak Detection,
Steam Trap, Mechanical, Valve, Electrical, and User Defined. The available Instructions are based on the sup file selected and may be customized in the Framework
program. This example shows a typical setup for a steam trap. Note that the user
could change the Point ID and Description to something more descriptive.

If the steam trap application is selected, then the bottom three fields will become
active. They allow you to enter the steam traps manufacturer and model number.
You may also record visual data, such as whether the steam trap discharge is observable or not, and whether the trap has a gauge-glass. Entering the manufacturer and
model number is mainly for documentation purposes for now. Indicating whether
or not to record any visual data tells the H/PC to either use or ignore particular
items during data collection.

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Based on the Application selected, a specific Application Data screen will be displayed next. The Application data screen will display the application, as well as the
machine and point description, in its title bar. For a Steam Trap application, the
Sensor Type, Trap Type, Analysis Parameter Set, Alarm Limit Set, Pipe Diameter,
and Reference Pressure fields will be active and will contain default values. The
Material value will be set to Steam and can not be changed. Location information
is not used for steam trap applications. This example shows a typical setup for an
Inverted Bucket steam trap application.

Selecting OK at this point will finish the setup for the new off-route machine and
point. Selecting X on any of the off-route setup screens will move the user back
one screen.
Shown below are the application data screens for the other applications:
This screen shows the setup for Leak Detection in a Natural Gas pipeline.

This screen shows the setup for a normally closed chlorine valve.

This screen shows the setup for a mechanical application where the user has also
chosen to use the predefined CSI Mechanical AL Set.

This screen shows the setup for an Electrical/Corona application where the user
has also set the location to a Switchyard or a Substation.

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This screen shows the setup for a user defined application using the Multi Frequency Accelerometer.

When an Off-Route machine/point is the active machine/point in SonicHPC five

more buttons appear on both the Main and Input screens. These buttons allow the
user to add and remove machines and points. The user can also edit existing
machine point combinations. Pressing the Off Route button, the button with the
machine next to the road, would switch the SonicHPC back to On Route mode.

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In terms of sound frequency levels, the range from 0 Hz to 20 kHz (the approximate hearing range of the human ear) is defined as the sonic range. The frequency range from 20 kHz to 1 MHz is broadly referred to as the ultrasonic range.
Many industrial problems (steam leaks, machinery wear, etc.) generate ultrasonic
noise that SonicScan can detect and help the operator characterize so that these
problems may be quickly identified. Some of the applications and their recommended setups are listed below.
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When a fluid (gas or liquid) moves from an area of high pressure to an area of low
pressure through an orifice, the resulting decrease in pressure and subsequent
increase in escape velocity creates turbulence that generates sonic and ultrasonic
noise. Any pressurized fluid system (steam lines, pneumatics, vacuum systems, etc.)
is highly susceptible to leaks that SonicScan can detect. To detect leaks, use the airborne probe and do the following:
1. . . Attach the airborne sensor.
2. . . Set Application to Leak.
3. . . Point the SonicScan towards the area to be tested and pull the trigger.
4. . . Adjust the volume so that the background noise is very soft but can still be
heard. This will give you the best use of dynamic range of the instrument.
5. . . Slowly wave SonicScan across the desired area and listen for an increase in
sound intensity (typically a rushing sound indicates a leak).
6. . . Move towards the loudest sound, moving SonicScan up and down and left
to right (in the shape of a cross) to precisely locate the leak.
7. . . For locating small leaks, place the provided silicon cone over the airborne
sensor and continue to scan the noise area.

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Setting the dB alarm value will give both a visual and an audible alarm
when the dB level exceeds the alarm. If you are familiar with the ultrasonic characteristics of the area, this can be a useful tool. See dB
Alarm on page 2-12 for information on setting the alarm.
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There are instances where the ultrasonic noise from a leak may be hard to distinguish because of another ultrasonic noise that is always present. To assist in locating
the leak, use the frequency mode of the gun to possibly tune out the overriding
signal and then proceed to find the leak with the steps outlined above. The following steps show you how to adjust the frequency of the gun.
1. . . With the trigger in, hold the Mode button until the K in the upper right
corner begins flashing.
2. . . Then, with the trigger in, increase or decrease the frequency until the noise
to be masked is at its lowest tone (pitch).
3. . . Once this frequency is identified, then adjust the frequency up to
9 kHz higher or lower and the noise should be greatly reduced.
4. . . With this frequency set, leave the frequency mode by again pressing the
mode button until the K stops flashing. Now continue to scan as outlined
above, adjusting the volume as necessary.
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order to move at least 9 kHz away from the identified sound. See Frequency Range on page 2-14 for more information.

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The steps to detect electrical arcing and corona are the same as those for finding
gas leaks, except set the Application to Electrical. Electrical arcing and corona will
typically sound like buzzing, sparking, or crackling.
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exhibiting this kind of noise.
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Moving metal parts wear each other down. As the parts move relative to each other,
ultrasonic noise is produced. With experience, the causes of the noise can be
quickly identified and resolved. To detect mechanical problems use the integrated
ultrasonic and temperature contact probe and do the following:
1. . . Attach either the RI probe or RIM sensor.
2. . . Set the Application to Mechanical.
3. . . Make contact with machine and pull the trigger.
4. . . Adjust the volume to a comfortable level.
5. . . Along with listening to the characteristics of the signal, record the peak dB
level for trending purposes.
6. . . It is very important to make contact with the machine the same way every
time (same approach angle, same pressure, etc.) for accurate trending. The
most trendable readings will come from using the RIM sensor, being sure to
replace the sensor in exactly the same spot for all readings. These values may
be compared with other similar machines, but this is not necessary to
accurately determine dB levels.
7. . . Additionally, record the surface temperature as well, since many mechanical
failures result in friction which, in turn, generates heat. Note that the RIM
sensor does not measure temperature.
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The Average mode can be used to average out transient signals that tend to
skew upwards the true peak of the machine.

The Peak Factor mode is very similar to crest factor in waveforms. In peak
factor mode, the gun will display the difference between the Peak Hold and
the Average values.
For example, imagine you have two sets of the same bearing. One set is
healthy except for a lack of lubrication. The second set is well lubricated, but
has a flaw in the outer race. Both sets of bearings could report the same peak
hold signal.
In the peak factor mode, the set that is low on lubrication will have a low
peak factor because the bearing is continuously louder than it should be. In
other words, the peaks arent much higher than the average.
On the other hand, the well lubricated set will be much quieter on average,
except when the flaw makes a sound. Therefore, compared to the average
signal, the signal spike from the flaw will cause this set to have a high peak
factor. Peak factors can be useful in trending.
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The purpose of a steam trap is to rid the steam line of condensate which, if not
removed, can cause extensive and expensive damage to critical steam components.
Steam traps usually fail in one of two ways: open or closed.
First, they can fail open, meaning that they remove the condensate and then allow
the steam to escape the system. A trap that is failed open will exhibit a high degree
of ultrasonic noise downstream, as steam escapes through the trap, and the trap
itself will usually exhibit consistent noise (no cycling). Additionally, the temperature of the exhaust line will be very high.
Second, a trap that is failed closed will usually not exhibit any ultrasonic noise downstream nor in the trap, due to the fact that there is no flow through the trap. To
detect problems with steam traps, use the integrated ultrasonic and temperature
contact probe.
To fully analyze a steam trap, you need at least two technologies, temperature and
sound characteristicsand possibly a third, visual observations. The conclusions of
each of these technologies should be used to estimate the traps condition. The
operator will then have the option to override the estimation if desired.

There are two popular temperature rules for analyzing steam traps. First, if the inlet
temperature is near ambient, then the trap has probably either failed closed or
something upstream of the trap, like a valve or a plugged strainer, is blocking the
flow. Second, if the temperature difference (inlet -outlet) is less than 30F, then
there is a good chance that the trap is either failed closed or open.
Once you have taken all the readings, pressing the Down arrow key will display the
first Steam Trap Analysis screen. This screen will list the Conclusion for the analysis. Initially, the conclusion will be Unknown. You can manually change by the
conclusion by using the Up and Down arrow keys.
If you leave the conclusion as Unknown, pressing the Mode button will start the
Steam Trap Analysis Flow Chart. See Steam Trap Analysis Flowcharts on page 5-6
for a description of the flow charts. You can select responses with the Up and Down
arrow keys, and enter your selection and move to the next question with the Mode
key. Once a conclusion has been reached based on your input, the Conclusion
screen will display the new conclusion. Accept this conclusion by pressing the Mode
button, or override the conclusion with the Up and Down arrow keys.
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Valves generally follow the same analysis rules as steam traps. They can fail open or
closed with the same results. If a valve is supposed to be closed, then position the
contact probe downstream of the valve. If a rushing sound is detected, then the trap
is not completely closed. Similarly, if the valve is supposed to be open and no sound
is heard then the valve may not have opened.
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To easily test these types of equipment, seal the ultrasonic tone generator inside
and listen around the joints and fittings for the ultrasonic signal. The tone generator can also be used to test doors, windows, and other seals by placing the generator on one side of the object and using SonicScan on the other side.

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The sound characteristics and visual observations are laid out in the following flowcharts for each type of trap. SonicScan will not ask the visual questions. As such, the
first question asked by SonicScan is in bold
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acquiring data with the SonicScan 5-1

air/steam/gas leak 5-1
alarm
audible 2-13
dB 2-12
decibel 2-16
signal-clipping 2-16
temperature 2-13, 2-16
thermal 2-13
applications 2-8
audible alarm 2-13
automatic date/time substitution 3-11
auto-range audio output 2-14
averaged 2-11
data collection mode 2-2, 2-6

data dump 3-11
data input
H/PC 4-11
dB alarm 2-12
dc offset 2-15
decibel alarm 2-16
display mode 2-10
download
firmware 2-18
dump order 3-12
dump route 3-15
dumping data 3-11
options 3-11
backlighting 2-12
battery charger 2-22
bottom panel connections 2-21
electrical arcing 5-3
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communications 2-8
configuration menu 3-11
connections
bottom panel 2-21
H/PC 3-1
contact sensor 2-20
corona detection 5-3
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firmware
download 2-18
flow charts
steam traps 5-6
framework file 3-13
frequency range 2-14
optimum 2-14
frequency scanning mode 2-2, 2-6
frequency tuning 5-2
function bar, SonicView 3-10
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globals 3-11
off-route data 4-14 to 4-19

off-route equipment 3-12
operational level 2-5
optimum frequency range 2-14
overview 1-1, 2-1
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communications 3-3
connecting 3-1
data input 4-11
data menu 4-4
file menu 4-3
installing software 3-4
main screen 4-2
operating 4-1
preferences 4-8
status line 3-7
utility menu 4-8
hardware 2-18
heat exchangers 5-5
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peak factor 2-11
peak hold 2-11
preferences
H/PC 4-8
pressure vessels 5-5
purge route 3-16
leak
air/steam/gas 5-1
light 2-12
load route 3-14
loudness 2-11
rear panel interface 2-4

reports 3-17 to 3-31
route
dump 3-15
load 3-14
purge 3-16
route list 3-8
route options 3-12
mechanical noise 5-3

mode
data collection 2-2, 2-6
display 2-10
frequency scanning 2-2, 2-6
setup 2-2, 2-8
sensor sensitivity 2-15

sensors 2-20
setup mode 2-2, 2-8
signal-clipping alarm 2-16
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steam traps 5-4
analysis 5-6
flow charts 5-6 to 5-9
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temperature alarm 2-13, 2-16
temperature units 2-12
thermal alarm 2-13
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